Trump says US could strike Iran soon or reach a deal
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Tehran, Iran on October 24, 2026. Newest first.
The US and Israel attacked Iran in February, starting a war now in its eighth month. Iran has struck US bases and Gulf energy sites in earlier phases. Talks to end the conflict have so far failed.
President Donald Trump said the US could strike Iran "as soon as tomorrow" or reach a "big, beautiful" agreement. Iran blamed Washington for earlier failed talks and warned any strike would bring a response "several times greater." Iran's president said many Iranians are struggling to afford food as the war continues.
Why it matters: A new round of fighting could disrupt Gulf oil supplies further and push fuel prices higher worldwide.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said many Iranians are struggling to afford food as the war takes its toll. He called for an end to what he described as a state of "neither war nor peace." Separately, Iran asked India for a direct air route to fly in medicines, which India has not allowed because of US sanctions.
Why it matters: Ordinary Iranians are bearing the cost of war and sanctions through food and medicine shortages.